For three weeks, Israelis have struggled to sleep amid sirens and stress. Sleep loss harms quality of life, but before turning to pills, research-based methods can help improve sleep.
On nights of ongoing sirens many people move to sleep in the safe room, but experts explain that fully closing the door may harm the air quality and lead to a buildup of carbon dioxide.
Lack of sleep harms almost every system in the body: From concentration and memory to hunger hormones, metabolism and the ability to cope with stress.
Experts explain how an earlier eating window affects digestion, sleep, and metabolic markers, and who should be cautious before trying such a change.
It’s hard to control the way we sleep at night – but there are some things you can do to reduce the strain on your neck – and wake up pain-free.
Researchers reveal that lack of sleep damages the myelin sheath in the brain and slows the rate of neural signal transmission, with consequences for memory and motor function.
Cannabis has become a common solution for sleep problems. Many users report that it “puts them to sleep” – but the medical picture regarding actual sleep quality is more complex.
A new study indicates that “pink noise,” used to improve sleep, may impair vital stages. The researchers warn of a possible effect on brain activity, especially among children.
Your sleep matters now more than ever – and it always did. Nap when you can, be gentle with yourself, and remember: A full night’s sleep is true resilience.
Chronic insomnia is no longer a personal problem but a widespread phenomenon. New medical guidelines are changing the way doctors diagnose and treat it.
Researchers looked at what happens when people absorb trauma indirectly, through constant exposure to disturbing images, videos, and stories. They call it “secondary trauma.”
